Boy Name · Hebrew Origin
Azael
Azael — a boy name from the Hebrew tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Made by God", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Aziel is on your shortlist, Azael belongs in the same conversation.
Azael meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Made by God
Origin: Hebrew naming roots help connect Azael to related Hebrew baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Azael as A·Z·A·E·L, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Azael is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Azael variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Azaela, Azaele, Azaely, Azae.
- Nicknames: Aza and A.
- Middle names: Pair Azael with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Azael middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Aziel, Axel, Azalea, Azriel, Azrael — full picks on the sibling names for Azael guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Azael? Browse our names like Azael guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Azael
What does the name Azael mean?
Azael means "Made by God" and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of Azael?
Azael originates in Hebrew naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Azael?
Azael has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Azael a boy's or girl's name?
Azael is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Azael in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Azael sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Azael?
Names that share Azael's sound and style include Aziel, Axel, Azalea, Azriel, Azrael.
What middle names pair well with Azael?
Good middle-name fits for Azael pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Azael is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Azael is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Azael?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Azael share its rhythm without rhyming — Aziel, Axel, Azalea all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.